Mary MacKillop College in Nundah has launched its brand-new McCormack facility, a three-storey building equipped with modern learning spaces, including a cutting-edge STEM lab, to accommodate its growing student population.
McCormack Building Enhances Learning
The new building aims to foster greater collaboration and active participation in lessons.
The newly opened McCormack building features an undercroft area, various classrooms, and a library named The Tenison Woods Library. This library includes a classroom, two seminar rooms, and a meeting room, offering views of Brisbane Port and the Nundah area.
A significant addition is the upper-level STEM makerspace, which boasts a design studio complete with 3D printers. According to a college representative, the students are excited about these new resources and the more comfortable, modern environment they provide for their studies.
Existing Spaces Reimagined
In addition to the new construction, Mary MacKillop College has refurbished existing areas. The former Tenison Woods Library has been transformed into two new Maryvale classrooms. These classrooms now feature brand new furniture and an open-plan design to encourage student engagement further. This area also includes two new meeting rooms for staff and students.
Supporting Innovative Learning
These updated facilities are designed to support Mary MacKillop College’s Innovation Project for students in Years 7 to 9. A representative stated that these spaces allow educators to engage students in active learning, encouraging movement, collaboration, and critical thinking. The college has already observed increased engagement and improved student outcomes due to these new learning environments.
Addressing Growth and Future Skills
With student enrolment numbers now at 620 and rising, the new facilities are crucial in meeting the increasing demands of the local community. The STEM makerspace is particularly important for preparing students for future careers in rapidly evolving fields such as engineering, technology, robotics, and design.
The college believes these spaces will allow students to develop their skills, confidence, and creativity in these growing industries, reinforcing its dedication to providing an optimal learning environment.
Future Development
Further developments at the college include the construction of a new car park, which is expected to be completed around September 2025.
Published Date 13-May-2025
